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Don Quijote
Don Quijote Restaurant, the heart of Spain in the heart of Valparaiso. We have been ahead of the "Tapas" trend for the last 26 years!!
Serving Spanish cuisine since 1985 and featuring over two dozen different tapas, including, Octopus, Galician style meat pastries and the traditional "Tortilla Española", Spanish potato omelet.
Our menu doesn"t stop there,but goes on to feature an array of tantalizing entrees, from fresh seafood, like Swordfish and Salmon to succulent Castilian style roast Lamb. The food is sure to please and fortify any traveler who might be roming the countryside. The National dish of Spain is the Paella, and we offer four different versions: Marinera, Vegetarian, Black and Valenciana. Delicious Homemade desserts round out our extensive menu. Our decor, complete with street lamps an a fountain, will transport you, to any out door cafe in Spain.
"INDIANA'S ONLY SPANISH RESTAURANT"
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Serving Spanish cuisine since 1985 and featuring over two dozen different tapas, including, Octopus, Galician style meat pastries and the traditional "Tortilla Española", Spanish potato omelet.
Our menu doesn"t stop there,but goes on to feature an array of tantalizing entrees, from fresh seafood, like Swordfish and Salmon to succulent Castilian style roast Lamb. The food is sure to please and fortify any traveler who might be roming the countryside. The National dish of Spain is the Paella, and we offer four different versions: Marinera, Vegetarian, Black and Valenciana. Delicious Homemade desserts round out our extensive menu. Our decor, complete with street lamps an a fountain, will transport you, to any out door cafe in Spain.
"INDIANA'S ONLY SPANISH RESTAURANT"
29 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 29 reviews
5 stars
(16)
4 stars
(9)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- romantic(17)
- neighborhood gem(14)
- fit for foodies(11)
- special occasion(10)
- notable wine list(8)
- good for groups(6)
Don Quijote Reviews List
Review 1 for Don Quijote
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A great tapas selection. Order a few of these to fill up enjoy several items from the menu."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Don Quijote
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food and service is outstanding!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food and service is outstanding! A real gem in Valpariso."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 3 for Don Quijote
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good but crowded
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I like this restaurant; but if you are seated in the center section, you feel like you are really hemmed in. I was seated back-to-back with a person who was less than a foot away; and I could hear that person better than I could hear the people at my table. Having said that, the food is great. The owner and waiter were very attentive, and the overall Spanish influence is nice. We also enjoyed the entertainment."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2009
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Review 4 for Don Quijote
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Nice place for a treat.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Not the cheapest place to dine, but the food is excellent. We had tapas, some of which came in generous portions and some less generous."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 5 for Don Quijote
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wait staff was helpful and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wait staff was helpful and efficient. The paella was great!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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Review 6 for Don Quijote
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Don Quijote
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Bad service, took 30+ min for food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good, was way overpriced. Nothing special about the lamb I ordered that was $25.. average price for everything on the menu. Our waiter recommended that we not drink the tap water as it looked "cloudy". He then brought us bottled mineral water and charged $3.25 each!! We had a party of 6, the policy is a 17% gratuity was to be automatically added. Our bill came to over $200. We paid it and left. 15 minutes later I got a call on my cell from the restaurant's owner asking why we didn't leave a tip!!! I promptly repeated her policy back to her about the gratuity..she said it hadn't been added in by mistake. She wanted me to authorize a tip to be put on everyone's credit card!! Overcharged for pop too..will NEVER go back!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
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Review 8 for Don Quijote
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Authentic Madrid tapas. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Authentic Madrid tapas. The seasoning was right on the spot for Spanish food. Without a doubt the best paella I have ever eaten outside Spain. If this place was in Chicago it would be nearly impossible to get a table. We were driving through and they were able to accommodate our party on a busy Saturday evening."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Don Quijote
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have been there several
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We have been there several times and have enjoyed it each time."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 10 for Don Quijote
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Spanish Delight!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Authentic cuisine , wonderful staff and a charming
and friendly owner/chef make this a fabulous evening
out! Perfectly prepared Paella and an expansive wine
list! Love it!"
and friendly owner/chef make this a fabulous evening
out! Perfectly prepared Paella and an expansive wine
list! Love it!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Don Quijote
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
DELICIOUS!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Food was delicious!! The best I've had in a while. I couldn't believe I had not been to Don Quijote's before, and now am looking forward to the next time. Management was great and welcoming, even kissed my hand! I have already raved and recommended to friends and family. GO! You won't be disappointed!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Don Quijote
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food and service were great.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food and service were great. A bit expensive though."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic
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Review 13 for Don Quijote
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A real gem in NW Indiana (Valpo).
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A real gem in NW Indiana (Valpo). Food was terrific and staff was very friendly.
Do not be surprised if the Owners/Chefs do not join you to ensure everything is to your liking. Even a Spanish HS group was there for authentic cuisine and conversation.
Do your self a favor and try Don Quijote out!!"
Do not be surprised if the Owners/Chefs do not join you to ensure everything is to your liking. Even a Spanish HS group was there for authentic cuisine and conversation.
Do your self a favor and try Don Quijote out!!"
Dined on 02/07/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 14 for Don Quijote
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Spanish food at it's finest
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have been to Don Quijote several times and the food, service and ambiance have always been wonderful.
The owners / chiefs stop at every table welcoming all their guests.
I had the rainbow trout and it was fantastic. My wife had another fish dish and it was great also."
The owners / chiefs stop at every table welcoming all their guests.
I had the rainbow trout and it was fantastic. My wife had another fish dish and it was great also."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 15 for Don Quijote
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
What a great find. The food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a great find. The food was delicious, the waitress was so helpful and the owners made their presence known in such a positive way. Carlos noticed that my girlfriend was not eating dessert and made sure she got one. The waitress brought us a slice of homemade Lime pie which was so delicious. Then Carlos' wife stopped by to say hello and tell us about her Lime pie. Such gracious hosts that the next time I'm in Valparaiso I'll stop by Don Quijote for dinner."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Don Quijote
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Overrated... And that is a shame.
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Cramped seating and the food is under seasoned and over priced. This was quite the disappointment."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2009
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Don Quijote
Based on the average of (13) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate